The power of photography  Intoducing Mark V. Krajnak and The Power of Photography I recently asked Mark Krajnak , a local resident here in Washington Town Center,  to do me a favor.  Would he be willing to submit an original photo to me on a weekly basis to create what I am going to call  "Photo Friday". for my outside blog "The Real Voice of New Jersey Real Estate". Now I certainly haven't invented rocket science here but I do want to tell you how Mark and I met (sort of) and how this came together. I am a huge fan of Flickr.   If you're not already aware, this is a free site to upload and share your photos with the world (if you chose to, you can also keep them private).   You can also use the site just as a storage facility to organize your photos. For a professional,  Flickr  has g... 09/30/2008

I am pleased to report that in Robbinsville, New Jersey,  Real Estate Sales are up!!  There have been a reported 32 sales for the month of August.    This is huge since the monthly average for the year is 16.    We've doubled the closed sales in August!!!     It does appear that the pending contracts are down for the month but I believe as a professional that once kids get settled into school and everyone returns home from their summer holidays, September and October will be more banner months. If your thinking of selling, now is the time don't miss out on a great opportunity.   Timing is very important in the real estate industry.  Contact the Desiree Daniels Team at  (609) 448-2222  (home) or  (609) 587-9300  Ext 312 for all your real estate needs. We are the #1 Real Estate in Robbin... 09/02/2008

  Robbinsville parade to honor Little League Softball Team     Tomorrow, Tuesday Robbinsville will hold a parade to honor the 12 year-old girls, Robbinsville Little League softball team, which was the runner-up at the Softball World Series. The parade will start at 6:30 p.m. at Pond Road Middle School, where many of the players attend. The parade route will continue along Pond Road /Washington Boulevard, onto North Street. The route will turn right on Newtown Boulevard and then right on to Lake Drive, concluding at the Town Center gazebo at Lake Circle.  The rain date is Wednesday. Members of the World Series runner-up team and their coaches will ride in antique cars, with the parade also featuring bands, local fire companies, other Little League teams and representatives, and many othe... 08/18/2008

Robbinsville New Jersey Little League Softball World Series Today's game World Championship Little League Softball game featured Robbinsville, New Jersey (East) vs. S. Carolina (South).    After a slow start and falling into a 2 nothing hole in the top of the first inning,  the Robbinsville girls struck for 2 runs of their own in the bottom half of the inning to tie up the score. Becca Freeman has pitched a solid 3 innings so for but after some questionable officiating has caused the girls to fall behind by 2 in the middle of the third However, heads up base running by LeAnne Gearhart as pushed a run across and Robbinsville trailed by 1 with 2 outs in the bottom of the 3rd. With runners on second and third with 2 outs, clutch pitching, and excellent defense got the girls out of a jam i... 08/13/2008

The 2008 Little League Softball World Series champs have almost been crowned. Robbinsville (representing the East) beat Sterling, Illinois (Central), today, in the semi-final game 1-0. With today’s win, OUR girls advance to the World Championship Game tomorrow Wednesday, August 13th to be featured live on ESPN2 at 4pm I wanted to take a second and acknowledge each one of the girls and wish them all luck tomorrow. As a resident of Robbinsville I am proud of you all. Thank YOU for representing our town and making Robbinsville proud!! 08/12/2008

Robbinsville Girls Little League - To be featured on ESPN-2 Scoring an un-earned run in the top of the 7thinning The Robbinsville Little League girl's softball team continued their improbable run to the semi finals with a thrilling 3-2 win over Midway Texas in the Little League Softball Championship tournement Robbinsville will play Beaverton, Ore., the host team, today at 5:30 p.m. Regardless of the outcome, the New Jersey state champions will play in the first semifinal Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. EDT, televised on ESPN-2.  How exciting is that. Should Robbinsville win that game, it would play in the world championship game 7 p.m. Wednesday. Let's cheer for our team!!!!   Setyour TIVO for tomorrow Tuesday at 7:30 pm on ESPN-2 and cheer for our girls!! 08/11/2008

  Monthly Statistics for the Date Range Selected Date Units Listed Listed Volume Listed Average Pended Units Sold Sold Volume Sold Average Average DOM Aug 2008 1 669,900 669,900 0 2 844,900 422,450 17 July 2008 23 9,201,149 400,049 15 18 6,910,900 383,938 53 June 2008 39 15,079,726 386,659 19 25 9,163,971 366,558 63 May 2008 34 16,403,409 482,453 26 12 5,476,290 456,357 89 Apr 2008 33 12,066,700 365,657 18 11 4,169,400 379,036 54 Mar 2008 44 18,128,702 412,015 13 6 2,488,900 414,816 112 Feb 2008 33 13,355,354 404,707 13 9 3,729,500 414,388 58 Jan 2008 40 17,045,760 426,144 11 10 3,095,291 309,529 137                   Totals: 247 101,950,700 412,755 115 93 35,879,152 385,797 73                     Inventory Accumulation for the Last 12 Full Months           Current Inventory * Inventor... 08/02/2008

It has happened to mostly all of us, either we have come home to our parent's home with a "significant other" or our child has brought their "significant other" to our home.  This past weekend my two boys came to see my new residence in New Jersey and the oldest, TJ, brought his girlfriend with him.   I was excited to show them the new place and cook them big meals; they loved both. When I asked them what they wanted to do, TJ said before he left he wanted to show Kelly where he grew up. Mercer County in Central New Jersey is a great place for kids.  The school systems, especially in Robbinsville Twp., formerly Washington Twp. are great.  The area has grown significantly since my kids were younger. On Sunday we made the trip to Foxmoor in Robbinsville, NJ.  On the way they pointed out l... 07/29/2008

Washington Town Center, Robbinsville, NJ 08691 Stop by on Sunday, July 27 between 2 - 4 PM to see this wonderful 3 bedroom, 3 bath home. Cold lemonade will be waiting for you! Directions: Route 33 to Route 526 (Robbinsville-Edinburg Rd) to Union St.Fantastic Coach IV Townhome~ Robbinsville NJLocation: Washington Town CenterHere is the Coach IV Townhome in wonderful Washington Town Center you have been waiting for! Spend your summer on your shady front porch and say hello to your neighbors as they stroll by. This home is loaded with numerous upgrades, such as hardwood flooring throughout most of the main floor, granite counters and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a gas fireplace in the family room. This home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths and a study on the main fl... 07/26/2008

Market Statistics for Robbinsville. January 1, 2008 thru June 30, 2008    Minimum Price               Maximum Price                 Average Price  Original list Price             Original List  Price            Original List Price $184,000                          $949,000                        $408,185               Sold Price                         Sold Price                      Sold Price $175,900                          $949,000                        $385,251   INVENTORY ACCUMULATION FIGURES ARE ONLY CALCULATED WHEN REPORT END MONTH IS THE CURRENT MONTH     Market Statistics Criteria Used             Date Range:                   1/2008 to 6/2008           Price Range:                   $100,000 to 10,000,000           Property Category:         Residential           Area:     ... 07/18/2008

In the community of Washington Town Center, Robbinsville NJ, the following properties have been sold in 2008. Please note thay this report reflects information obtained from the MLS and does not contain information on private sales.   Points of Interest: Average sales price of $444,315 in 2008 versus average sales price of $438,893 in 2007, an increase of 1.2%. Median sales price of $417,500 in 2008 versus a median sales price of $420,000 in 2007, virtually no change. Average days on market for 2008 has been 66 days versus 72 average days on market for the same time period in 2007, an improvement of 8%. Year-to-Date Recap Homes Sold:      17 Median Price:     $417,500 Avg DOM:           66 Current Inventory Active Listings:    16 Price Range:       $350,000 to $594,995 Pending:        ... 07/12/2008

  Washington Town Center – nestled in Robbinsville, New Jersey has a pure feeling of charm and innocence. A return to a neighborhood-style living with welcoming, time-honored traditions. As inviting as it is nostalgic, a distinguishing feature of this new community is the big city ambiance that comes into view with its own village square. Just steps from your door, it's where neighbors meet and friends are made while taking in the joys and conveniences of quaint shops and stores. With beautiful public parks, lakes and open spaces offer fun and relaxation for everyone to enjoy. It's a welcoming, neighborhood picture drawing on the qualities and culture of past. All that our hearts remember, of the carefree, friendly atmosphere of a real hometown. Washington Town Center is just four mile... 07/09/2008

  Monthly Statistics for the Date Range Selected Date Units Listed Listed Volume Listed Average Pended Units Sold Sold Volume Sold Average Average DOM July 2008 1 179,900 179,900 0 1 325,000 325,000 101 June 2008 38 14,614,052 384,580 13 23 8,459,621 367,809 66 May 2008 35 18,050,016 515,714 24 12 5,476,290 456,357 89 Apr 2008 33 12,152,950 368,271 18 11 4,169,400 379,036 54 Mar 2008 44 18,215,203 413,981 13 6 2,488,900 414,816 112 Feb 2008 34 14,990,354 440,892 13 9 3,729,500 414,388 58 Jan 2008 40 17,143,410 428,585 10 10 3,095,291 309,529 137                   Totals: 225 95,345,885 423,759 91 72 27,744,002 385,333 81                    Inventory Accumulation for the Last 12 Full Months           Current Inventory * Inventory Volume Current Average Average Monthly Sales** Inventory ... 07/01/2008

As your local Robbinsville Expert I am pleased to feature "The Lofts" as your hot spot this month. This multi award winning community is being brought to you by Sharbell builders. These Loft-style condominiums conveniently located in the heart of Washington Town Center's retail square offer spacious one, two and two bedrooms with lofts. This new collection of one and two-story residences in one of New Jersey's most prized neighborhoods offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of small-town living with a tempting twist of city charm! All homes feature kitchens with maple cabinets, granite counter tops and a full stainless steel appliances package. Also included are over sized windows, hardwood flooring, reserved parking, an on-site fitness center and much more. The Lofts are convenien... 06/30/2008

  There are so many ways to market your house. The old conventional way is using the newspapers, especially for Sunday open houses. More and more realtors are using Craig's list, Active Rain, Facebook, and many other online services. Some of us forget about the easy to read Open House Sheets that your lender can supply you. Why do I say this?  Because we can usually attach some financing figures to the sheet so the average consumer has an idea what it might take to get into the home being mentioned. With so many different ways to finance a home still, you must have an idea, no matter how good your credit is and no matter how much income you make. In the example below, you can see that it would take about $54,900 to get into this particular home.  As a borrower, credit scores can be crit... 06/22/2008

  Monthly Statistics for the Date Range Selected Date Units Listed Listed Volume Listed Average Pended Units Sold Sold Volume Sold Average Average DOM June 2008 1 359,500 359,500 0 0 N/A N/A N/A May 2008 35 18,205,093 520,145 17 11 5,216,290 474,208 81 Apr 2008 33 12,281,049 372,153 15 11 4,169,400 379,036 54 Mar 2008 44 18,430,247 418,869 13 6 2,488,900 414,816 112 Feb 2008 34 15,062,943 443,027 13 9 3,729,500 414,388 58 Jan 2008 40 17,203,476 430,086 10 10 3,095,291 309,529 137                   Totals: 187 81,542,308 436,055 68 47 18,699,381 397,859 86                    Inventory Accumulation for the Last 12 Full Months           Current Inventory * Inventory Volume Current Average Average Monthly Sales** Inventory Accumulation *** 127 55,029,628 433,304 16 7 *Current Inventory is ... 06/02/2008

The History of Robbinsville - Hungry Hill  Did you know that Robbinsville had several names prior too it's most recent change?   I was aware that Robbinsville was named for a prominent resident George Robbins who served as a Congressman in the 1850s.    And I knew that prior to Robbinsville, we were know as Washington Township.  Prior to that Newtown.   Well here is  a blurb I found interesting..  How about instead of Robbinsville, New Jersey on your return address you put Hungry Hill. The name Hungry Hill conjures up all sorts of mysterious images, but it actually refers to a section of Washington Township now known as Robbinsville.   The area was originally called Hungry Hill because it was in such a remote location that residents frequently were unable to provide food to travelers pa... 04/28/2008

Desiree Daniels | RE/MAX Tri County | trictyhomes4sale@aol.com | (609) 448-2222 71 Wyndham Place, Robbinsville, NJ Attention 1st Time Buyer's!! 2 Bdrm Condo offered at $205,000 Year Built 1987 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Lot Size 0.08 acres HOA/Maint $150 per month DESCRIPTION First floor condo in Foxmoor with many updates. 2 bedroom, 1 bath with screened in patio, new furnace and a/c. New carpet and ceramic tile in kitchen and foyer. Bonus screened patio overlooking lush tree lined courtyard. Listing offered by The Desiree Daniels Team RE/MAX Tri County (609) 448-2222 Subject to errors & omissions. Visit us on the web at http://www.TriCountyHomes4Sale.com see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES Central A/C Central heat Walk-in... 04/11/2008

Monthly Statistics for the Date Range SelectedDateUnits ListedListed VolumeListed AveragePendedUnits SoldSold VolumeSold AverageAverage DOMApr 200861,624,200270,70031577,000577,00029Mar 20084418,811,958427,544862,488,900414,816112Feb 20083214,536,067454,2521293,729,500414,38858Jan 20083916,855,786432,19910103,095,291309,529137         Totals:12151,828,011428,33033269,890,691380,411100                  Inventory Accumulation for the Last 12 Full Months          Current Inventory *Inventory VolumeCurrent AverageAverage Monthly Sales**Inventory Accumulation ***12353,487,073434,854177*Current Inventory is based on the actual available properties on the date this report was created.**Average Monthly Sales is the average sales for the last 12 full months***Inventory accumulation (in months) =... 04/07/2008

DateUnits ListedListed VolumeListed AveragePendedUnits SoldSold VolumeSold AverageAverage DOMMar 2008156,546,049436,40311555,000555,000116Feb 20083214,630,267457,195993,729,500414,38858Jan 20084017,207,053430,17610103,095,291309,529137         Totals:8738,383,369441,18820207,379,791368,989101                  Inventory Accumulation for the Last 12 Full Months          Current Inventory *Inventory VolumeCurrent AverageAverage Monthly Sales**Inventory Accumulation ***11752,347,668447,415196*Current Inventory is based on the actual available properties on the date this report was created.**Average Monthly Sales is the average sales for the last 12 full months***Inventory accumulation (in months) = Current Inventory Units / Average Monthly Sales Pricing Details of Sold Units for the Date Ra... 03/11/2008